Gifts: do you give them, guys?
I totally agree with Fast Gunn. I only give gifts after the session is done, only if I'm satisfied with our session. I need to put more limits on my generosity. I have been an idiot way too many times.
I gift, first visit and every visit afterwards. I'm not trying to bribe anybody, I'm sincerely saying Thank You from somewhere other than my wallet because it takes time to select a gift based on what I've learned about the lady.
And, to the best of my knowledge the ladies have never misconstrued the intention of my gifts. The bonus of gifting, from my perspective, is the happy look on the lady's face when she opens the box or envelope.